11/15/1993 Planning Commission Minutes

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. � PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES CITY OF ORONO NOVEMBER 15, 1993 Commissioner Nolan inquired how the applicant planned on doing the roof, and Mr. Hertzenberg responded that it will be a new roof. Commissioner Nolan inquired if the applicant had considered excavating under the new addition to increase the amount of storage space available. Mr. Hertzenberg stated they had considered that, but the only area suitable for excavation was that located under the proposed family room, and there was no way to provide access to that area from the within the basement because it was separated by a crawl space. Chairman Schroeder moved, Peterson seconded, to aeprove #1890 Variance for Craiq Hertzenberg at 1 1 5 Smith Avenue with the side yard setback as proposed. Commissioners Nolan, Schroeder, Peterson, and Lindquist voted "aye". Motion carried. 9. 1891 Brian and Barbara Ehalt/Don and Glee Jarnes 140 Leaf Street - Variance - Public Hearing Building and Zoning Administrator Jeanne Mabusth gave the staff report, and stated that Mr. Jarnes has agreed to grant a 25' easement for future roadway expansion. She noted that a street setback and the hardcover excesses in the 75-250' setback area at approximately 6% are at issue. Commissioner Peterson inquired about the curb cut and whether it would be realigned further to the north. He also inquired about the hill and the applicant responded that he would go around it. Commissioner Lindquist asked if the applicant proposed to have a single garage door, and Mr. Jarnes responded affirmatively, and noted that it would be a 16 foot wide single door. Commissioner Nolan inquired about the concrete patio along the back portion of the house to the lakeside and whether the applicant proposed to remove it. Mr. Jarnes responded that it was an existing patio, and he proposed to retain it. Chairman Schroeder stated he was concerned about the increase in hardcover and he felt that at least a portion of the patio should be removed to lessen the amount of the hardcover variance. Commissioner Peterson commented that he saw the patio when he visited the site, although it was not indicated on the survey. Discussion ensued regarding the size of the patio and the amount of hardsurface coverage on the site. Ms. Mabusth noted that the surveyor had not indicated the patio on the plans, but it was approximately 6' x 15' in area. Staff felt that if 7.5 square feet were removed from the existing patio it would be sufficient to bring the hardcover area into compliance with ordinance requirements. Mr. Jarnes noted that closing was contingent upon approval of this variance request. Commissioner Peterson commented he did not have a problem with the applicant's proposal; however, he was concerned about the accuracy of the survey which had been submitted. Chairman Schroeder commented he did not support increasing the amount of hardsurface 6